A first I could have done without

[feren]

Today was a first of its kind for me, and it is a first that I really could have done without experiencing this early in my career. Today I had the sad duty to clear the desk of one of my team members, going through it and emptying it of any personal effects. The desk belonged to somebody who passed away this Monday night, succumbing after a long

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[scarybaldguy]

*wince* I've had to do the desk-clearing myself when a direct report manages to get himself axed, but never for something like this. Sympathy.

[neowolf2]

There's a guy at my office who's undergone treatment for pancreatic cancer. I'm amazed he's still working.

[enveri]

Oh honey. I am so sorry. We can be around tonight if you need shoulders. *squeezes tight*

[arphalia]

*hugs* Wish I could give you a real hug. ;_;

[chefmongoose]

*hugs you firmly* It must be a horrible experience to have to go through. I can't imagine. :/ Stay strong. Not unbreakable, just strong.